Senior Communications Specialist

We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include
1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors,
2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and
3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.
* ** Strategic Planning:
** Assist in the development and execution of comprehensive internal communications strategies that support organizational goals and enhance employee engagement. Partner with Communications and Public Relations colleagues on the development and execution of integrated communications plans to drive business growth.
* ** Content Creation:
** Partner with functional area and business SMEs to write, edit, and implement a variety of communication materials, including newsletters, emails, intranet content, presentations, and video scripts. Consistently adhere to brand voice and style standards and serve as a brand champion.
* ** Campaign & Platform Management:
** Plan and manage internal communication projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with company objectives. Manage Office 365 communications platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Engage, Forms, etc.) and other team tools. Provide technical team support, training and vendor management as needed. Support and enhance communications processes and procedures.
* ** Leadership Communications:
** Support high-quality, impactful leadership communications through strategic guidance, message development, interviews and editorial support.
* ** Employee Engagement:
** Leveraging data and a multi-channel approach to help foster a culture of transparency and engagement. Enhance the end-to-end employee experience that cultivates pride in our brand and helps connect employees to our purpose, strategy and resources they need to help them live their best lives.
* ** Measurement and Feedback:
** Support Corporate Communications reporting by tracking and measuring the effectiveness of internal communication efforts and provide insights and recommendations for improvement.
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* Collaboration:

** Leverage a network of subject matter experts and partners to support content generation and ensure consistency and alignment in messaging across the organization as well as enable quick and effective problem-solving. Support complex, cross-functional projects as needed.
* Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related area of study, or equivalent education/experience.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications or related experience.
* Proficiency in Office 365 tools including Teams, SharePoint, Engage, Forms, PowerPoint and Stream. Advanced excel skills.
* Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information;
* Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills; strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
* Ability to interact effectively at all levels – including confidence in communicating directly with senior management.
* Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet short deadlines.
* Ability to plan, coordinate and complete objectives; strong customer service skills, ability to manage competing priorities.
* Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills. Proficient in AP style.
* Passionate about telling good stories.
* Ability to work independently and as part of team.
* Ability to translate complex information into clear, concise and engaging…